MADISON, WI… Criminal justice initiatives protecting our families from becoming victims of fake AI-generated pornography, sex trafficking, and theft advanced in the State Legislature today. “These common-sense initiatives, a package designed to protect our families from being victimized by a range of criminals, should pass the Legislature with wide bipartisan

MADISON…The Wisconsin State Assembly approved a comprehensive package of bills aimed at improving safety in Wisconsin.  The bills include increasing transparency in our judicial system and boosting accountability.  Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) emphasized Republicans continue to put the safety of the public first. “Unlike many Democrats, Republicans are

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) issued the following statement after the passage of AB 61—The K9 Riggs Act, which she authored to increase penalties for injuring or killing police or fire animals: “I am grateful for the overwhelming bipartisan support for AB 61, the K9 Riggs Act,” Nedweski said.

Madison, WI – Today, State Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) voted with her colleagues in the Assembly to approve a public safety package that focuses on increasing penalties for certain crimes including reckless driving, intentional harm to a police or fire animal, and human trafficking. Additionally, the Assembly passed AB 91,

MADISON, WI – Today in the Assembly, State Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) joined his Republican colleagues and voted to pass a package of legislation focusing on public safety in our schools and communities, and improving Wisconsin’s criminal justice system. Rep. Jacobson issued the following statement on this package: “Those

Madison, WI – Wisconsin taxpayers with retirement income, contributions and rollovers are now eligible to file their returns using Direct File, the IRS’s free, secure online filing program. Eligible Retirement and Savings Income Direct File, available in 25 states — including Wisconsin — provides taxpayers with a quick and convenient way

DANE COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the Town of Blue Mounds, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Sunday, March 2, 2025. At approximately 6:21 p.m., Iowa County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jeffry Okey, with

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Ryan Clancy (D-19) joined several colleagues — including the entire socialist caucus — in voting against a slew of bills amplifying and expanding criminal penalties in Wisconsin. Those bills ranged from punishing shoplifters to forcing Milwaukee Public Schools to host and pay for armed police

Madison, WI—Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement after the Assembly passed several bills to support law enforcement and protect Wisconsinites: “Today, I joined my Republican colleagues on the Assembly floor to pass bills to prioritize law and order by supporting, those who uphold public safety, protecting

MADISON – After weeks of refusing to answer basic questions about her positions, lobbyist Brittany Kinser is now playing the victim, complaining about “bullying” instead of addressing the real issues facing Wisconsin schools.  Let’s be clear: This isn’t bullying. It’s accountability.  Instead of answering for: Her shocking claim that dismantling

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after voting in favor of Assembly Bill 66, which requires that a prosecutor get approval from the court before they can dismiss or amend certain charges: “A prosecutor’s job is to ensure that justice is served by prosecuting individuals accused

State Senator Melissa Ratcliff (D- Cottage Grove) will hold a listening session with State Representative Randy Udell (D- Fitchburg) on Friday, March 21, at the Fitchburg Public Library, 5530 Lacy Rd., from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. After a brief presentation regarding the budget and budget process, there will be a

MADISON – Today, Assembly Republicans passed a package of bills creating new crimes, new penalties, and new penalty enhancers on subjects ranging from police dogs to shoplifting. Wisconsin has one of the highest incarceration rates in the country and its prison population is approximately 5,000 people over capacity. Representative Darrin

Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement after the Assembly passed three public safety bills authored by Rep. Donovan—Assembly Bill 91, 78, and 75. These bills prioritize student protection, roadway safety, and judicial transparency. Assembly Bill 91 addresses the disregard for state law by the City of Milwaukee and

Madison – Today, the Wisconsin Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care approved a number of bills designed to improve the healthcare experience for Wisconsin’s citizens. These bills include allowing direct primary care (DPC), requiring written consent to conduct pelvic examinations on unconscious patients, allowing physician assistants and advanced

MADISON – Don Wahlin, founder of Stoughton Trailers, was formally inducted into the Wisconsin Manufacturing Hall of Fame at the Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards ceremony last month. Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – reestablished the Manufacturing Hall of Fame last year

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Dane County Circuit Court – Branch 8. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Frank D. Remington’s retirement, effective May 3, 2025. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2026.